Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, County Wide Exceptional Child Programs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs's student population of 94 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers (86-87)
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring greatness through value and vision
School Rankings
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of County Wide Exceptional Child Programs is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2741 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is County Wide Exceptional Child Programs's ranking?
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs is ranked #2741 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are County Wide Exceptional Child Programs often compared to?
County Wide Exceptional Child Programsis often viewed alongside schools like Buckingham Exceptional Student Center, Royal Palm Exceptional School Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of County Wide Exceptional Child Programs?
The graduation rate of County Wide Exceptional Child Programs is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 83%.
How many students attend County Wide Exceptional Child Programs?
94 students attend County Wide Exceptional Child Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of County Wide Exceptional Child Programs students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does County Wide Exceptional Child Programs offer ?
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is County Wide Exceptional Child Programs part of?
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs is part of Lee School District.
In what neighborhood is County Wide Exceptional Child Programs located?
County Wide Exceptional Child Programs is located in the Metro Park neighborhood of Fort Myers, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Metro Park.
School Reviews
Review County Wide Exceptional Child Programs. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
